Learning disabled and autistic people lack opportunity and representation in the arts and society, leading to isolation and discrimination. Hijinx’s transformative creative programmes build confidence, independence, and careers. Together, we can break barriers and create a truly inclusive world.
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Situation
Hijinx address a critical and overlooked need: learning disabled and autistic people face the lowest employment rates and are severely underrepresented in society and the arts. Only 30% of autistic adults in the UK are employed, and disabled people make up just 9% of the arts workforce. This lack of opportunity fuels harmful stereotypes, leading to poor health outcomes, isolation, and hate. 90% of learning disabled people experience discrimination, and more than half report feeling lonely.
Solution
Hijinx provides a safe, inclusive environment where 160 learning disabled and autistic people achieve independence, confidence, and success through weekly creative programmes, including: Wales' only professional performance training for learning disabled and autistic actors A nationwide community programme building life-skills through drama The UK’s largest talent agency for learning disabled and autistic actors Inspiring films and theatre created by learning disabled and autistic actors
